Immunity in children
Across
- 3. Microorganisms living in the intestines that support immunity.
- 7. Proteins that recognize and neutralize pathogens.
- 9. The organ where many immune cells develop and mature.
- 10. Viral diseases and bacterial _________ are common in children.
- 12. Main cells in adaptive immunity: T and _____
- 14. Essential nutrients that help support immune system function.
Down
- 1. _____ milk provides natural immunity to infants.
- 2. Infections common in children: respiratory and ________.
- 4. A type of immunity developed after vaccination or infection.
- 5. Exposure to other _____ increases infection risk in children.
- 6. _______ stimulate immunity and prevent disease.
- 8. White blood cells responsible for immune defense.
- 11. Maternal antibodies transfer to the fetus through the _______.
- 13. The first line of defense against infections.